Cynthia Kirkpatrick
70274 656 Ave, Falls City,NE
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse Manager
Kanza Mental Health & Guidance Center
Hiawatha, KS
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medication and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, promoting understanding and adherence to therapy regimens.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral health needs and inform treatment strategies.
- Engages in professional and timely consultation with medication providers and other behavioral health staff.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Unit Coordinator
Amberwell Hospital
Hiawatha, KS
06.2018 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Hospice Registered Nurse
In Home Health
Falls City, NE
07.2005 - 04.2018
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO02-2005
Skills
- 13 Years of Supervising
- 5 Years of Critical Care Nursing
- 30 Years of Patient Care
- 5 Years of Hospital Experience
- 5 Years with Experience of Infection Control
- 5 Years of Experience of Triage
- 13 Years Experience of Hospice Care
- 13 Years of Laboratory Experience
- 30 Years of Medication Administration
- 5 Years of ICU Experience
- 2 Years of Nurse Management
Certification
- Certified in Covid Isolation Protocols-June 2018 to Present
- BLS Oct 2025 to Present
- RN- Kansas 144374
- RN- Nebraska 64099
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse Manager
Kanza Mental Health & Guidance Center
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Unit Coordinator
Amberwell Hospital
06.2018 - 11.2023
Hospice Registered Nurse
In Home Health
07.2005 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri Western State University